Program Overview
The History at Georgetown University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the History programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 49,332 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,332 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Washington, D. C., United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the History programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- For Ph.D. program candidates, the basic requirement is completion of the B.A. with a major in History or the equivalent (18 to 24 credit-hours of upper-level History courses), or the M.A. in History. The M.A. in Global, International, and Comparative History program will consider applicants who have completed a BA or equivalent degree in History, a social science, or literature and culture.
- The General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (see below).
- The applicant should submit a writing sample, such as a term paper. We very strongly recommend submission of a research paper based on primary sources.
- The applicant should also submit a statement of purpose (500 words) on undertaking graduate work in history.
- Three letters of recommendation, official transcripts and an application fee are also required.
- The Admissions Committee will make its decisions based upon the composite picture of the applicant derived from grade transcripts, the GRE, recommendations, and demonstrated capacity for research and writing.
- Application Form
- Non-refundable Application Fee
- Statement of Purpose (500 words)
- Writing Sample
- Official Transcripts (all prior institutions)
- Official Recommendations (3)
- GRE General Test
- TOEFL/IELTS
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 49,332 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,332 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 49,332 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,332 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Georgetown University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Washington, United States
private university in Washington, D.C., United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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